Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,023 per week in Santa Fe, NM

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Seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide rehabilitative care and therapeutic services that help patients regain, develop, and maintain the skills needed for daily living and functional independence. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

POSITION DETAILS

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Employment Type: Contract Assignment
• Assignment Length: 14 Weeks
• Start Date: 17 August 2026
• End Date: 15 November 2026

SHIFT DETAILS

• Shift Time: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
• Meal Break: 30 Minutes
• Day Shift

GUARANTEED HOURS & PAY

• Guaranteed Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
• Pay Rate: $51.00 - $59.50 per hour

REQUIREMENTS

• Active Occupational Therapist (OT) License in good standing
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Current CPR certification preferred
• Strong evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Previous rehabilitation, skilled nursing, outpatient, home health, or acute care experience preferred

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations and assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and needs
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, strength, coordination, and functional independence
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding adaptive techniques, equipment use, and home exercise programs
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals
• Participate in care planning and discharge planning activities
• Recommend adaptive equipment and environmental modifications when appropriate
• Promote evidence-based practice and patient-centered care

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Guaranteed 35 hours per week
• Competitive pay rate of $51.00 - $59.50 per hour
• Day-shift schedule with consistent hours
• Opportunity to work with a diverse rehabilitation patient population
• Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment
• Strong focus on patient safety, functional improvement, and quality outcomes
• Excellent opportunity for Occupational Therapists seeking professional growth and contract stability
• Supportive clinical environment focused on evidence-based rehabilitation services
• Ideal for therapy professionals dedicated to helping patients achieve maximum independence and quality of life